The =AVG= does NOT cheat under any circumstance. Any proven
accusation of cheating of an =AVG= member will result in the expulsion
of the group from a league, and will cause undue, irreparable damage to
the group reputation.

Conduct

The =AVG= will use a gentlemanly behavior in public forums
and lobbies. No insults,
cursing or bad-mouthing will be allowed. Discussions in lobbies and
forums can often be heated. Ensure that the behavior you display as a
member is in keeping with the high standards of conduct upheld by the
=AVG=. In addition to lobbies and forums, behavior in games, whether
they are for fun, or league competitions, will be held to the highest
standard of group etiquette. Do not complain about the settings and or
rules of any game you join. The host of the game has the right to
choose any settings and rules for his/her game. If you do not like
them, leave the game and join another, or host your own. When playing a
game hosted by another person show respect to the host and strictly
follow the game's rules. Be polite! Acknowledge a pilots S! (Salute)
with a salute. If you are complimented with something similar to GK
(Good Kill), respond in any pleasant manner you wish, such as a simple
TY (Thank You). If you get shot down, show respect by saluting or
complimenting. If you see something in a game that bugs you, do not
make any accusations or insinuations in public. Just say GG (Good
Game), leave the game, and communicate with your group or wing leader
on what happened.

Teammates

An =AVG= member sticks up for his comrades. Always defend
your comrade if you see him being attacked or provoked by others, no
matter the situation, keeping section #2 in mind. Everyone is innocent
until proven guilty. If your comrade did something wrong, the =AVG=
leaders will decide on a course of action. Until then, he is your
comrade and should be defended. Next time, you may be the one in need
of backup.

Security

Keep group internal business inside the group. Never take our
problems or discussions outside of the group. If you have a problem
with any of your comrades try to solve it with him. If you can't reach
an understanding, take the problem to your wing leader or to the group
officers, but never vent outside our ranks.

Commitment

The =AVG= is a virtual online group, but we like to
think
of ourselves as a family. A brotherhood. It is
understood that everyone has work, family, and all the other affairs
that keep us busy. All the =AVG= asks is that you try to spend some
time online with your =AVG= family too; at least on a weekly basis. No
one is required to be online for any amount of time, but the only way
to keep an online community alive is to show up. If you think you will
have to stay away for some reason, please let your wing leader or the
group high officers know. If you can’t fly with us please
stay in
contact with us, we just want to know that you haven’t fallen
off
of the face of the earth.

Gaming

The =AVG= isn't dedicated exclusively to one single game.
Presently it
has members in IL-2, and may expand to other games in the future. It is
required to have the latest game patch for the games you are
participating in. Every game made has some type of flaw or many flaws,
so it is asked to please refrain from being overly critical of the
games the =AVG= is currently playing. Try to focus on the good points
of a game, versus the negatives. It is hard for some comrades to enjoy
a game when they hear constant negative comments about it over comms.

Officer Candidate School

The =AVG= is not an exclusive or a closed
online community. However, every new recruit who joins the =AVG= will
undergo a probation period of one month. During this
time, he or she will be evaluated, not only for flying skill, but also
for character, behavior and teamwork with the other members of the
group. The new recruit will be required to complete Primary Flight
Training (PFT) which is intended to familiarize the new member with the
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the =AVG=. Upon successful
completion of the program, the new recruit will receive his wings, and
his assignment to an operational squadron.

Communication

The success of the =AVG= relies heavily on
communication between everyone in the group ranks both in the sky and
on the ground. We strongly
recommend the use of
TeamSpeak for voice communications. Without voice communications, we
cannot operate effectively as a team. The =AVG= has provided a
TeamSpeak server for group use. The =AVG= has also provided a forum in
which to discuss any and all team and game related issues, as well as
have some fun. Since this is the easiest, most efficient way to put out
information that affects all group members, it is strongly encouraged
that all members make a forum account and read the issues and questions
that are posted.

Good Spirits

It is MANDATORY
that all pilots
have a sense of humor! If you do not have a sense of humor
upon
joining the =AVG= you will be issued one. We joke around a lot on
TeamSpeak, and generally have a good time. The main point of the
existence of the =AVG= is to get together with friends and have a fun
time flying.

Grant of Authority

You must be at
least 18 years of
age and agree to abide by the Code of Conduct to be a member of the
=AVG=. The violation of any of our rules will be scrutinized by the
Commanding and Executive Officer of the group, and a decision will be
made regarding the outcome. The member will have the right to defend
his actions against accusations; however, once a decision is made it
will be final, with no right to appeal.

Membership
Policy

Recruiting

It is against =AVG= policy to actively recruit a member of another
squadron in IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 under any circumstances.

Application
& Review

It is the policy of the =AVG= to review applications accepted from the
web site at virtualaces.net and vote on them. The vote selection is as
follows; yes, no, no opinion. The criteria is that no member objects to
an applicant's admission. The period of review varies as it is
desirable to have the applicant join us on TeamSpeak and fly with us so
that we get to know them. The applicant typically receives a reminder
e-mail from Group HQ to come and join us if we have not seen him around
since he submitted his application.

Dual membership in the =AVG= and another squadron in IL-2 Sturmovik:
1946 is not permitted. Applicants will not be considered for membership
if they currently belong to another squadron.

Determination

If the applicant receives a no vote, the Group CO asks that the person
who cast that vote contact him privately. If the issue can be resolved,
the applicant is admitted. If it cannot be resolved, the applicant is
notified that we can not accept his application. Once that indefinite
period of review expires, the applicant is admitted, assuming that we
have had contact with applicant, and that conditions are favorable for
admission. If we have no contact from the applicant, there is no
further correspondence from the group, and the application fades into
the abyss.

Admission

Admission is handled in accordance with section 7 of the Code of
Conduct. Once an applicant is admitted he is given the rank of Warrant
Officer (WO) and receives orders to report to Training Command for
Primary Flight Training (PFT). From that point, he may enter one of the
PFT courses that are offered, or he may review the training material
and ask for the written and practical exams. The WO must complete his
PFT in the 30 day probationary period. Assuming that the applicant
completes his PFT successfully, he is given the rank of 2nd Lt, and
posted to an operational squadron. Training Command is tasked with
coordinating with the WO to get his training completed successfully,
awarding him his wings, and assigning him to an operational squadron.

Conduct

A member's commission is subject to review by Group Command in the
event that such member violates the agreement he entered into upon
applying for the =AVG=;

"The =AVG= will use a gentlemanly behavior in public forums and
lobbies. No insults, cursing or bad-mouthing will be allowed.
Discussions in lobbies and forums can often be heated. Ensure that the
behavior you display as a member is in keeping with the high standards
of conduct upheld by the =AVG=. In addition to lobbies and forums,
behavior in games, whether they are for fun, or league competitions,
will be held to the highest standard of group etiquette. Do not
complain about the settings and or rules of any game you join. The host
of the game has the right to choose any settings and rules for his/her
game. If you do not like them, leave the game and join another, or host
your own. When playing a game hosted by another person show respect to
the host and strictly follow the game's rules. Be polite! Acknowledge a
pilots S! (Salute) with a salute. If you are complimented with
something similar to GK (Good Kill), respond in any pleasant manner you
wish, such as a simple TY (Thank You). If you get shot down, show
respect by saluting or complimenting. If you see something in a game
that bugs you, do not make any accusations or insinuations in public.
Just say GG (Good Game), leave the game, and communicate with your
group or wing leader on what happened."

The review will be held to determine the status of a member's
commission in accordance with section 10 of the Code of Conduct
agreement, Grant of Authority;

"The violation of any of our rules will be scrutinized by the
Commanding and Executive Officer of the group, and a decision will be
made regarding the outcome. The member will have the right to defend
his actions against accusations; however, once a decision is made it
will be final, with no right to appeal."

Promotion
& Status

Pilot promotions are handled by the =AVG= Promotional Guidelines
documentation once the WO is admitted. To remain "Active" a member must
have at least visited the forum, logged into =AVG= TeamSpeak, or
participated in an event with the group in the last 6 months. If we
have seen no activity in 6 months time the member is moved to the
reserve roster.

Reserves

If a pilot on the reserve roster becomes active, his status may be
updated immediately. Once a pilot has been on the reserve roster for a
period of 6 months he may be removed for inactivity. Exceptions to the
6 month removal rule are;

Any founding member. Founding members will stay on the roster
indefinitely unless they resign to fly with another squadron. After 6
months of inactivity on the reserve roster, founding members will be
placed on the retired roster.

Any member who is on leave due to real life service to his country. Any
member who is on leave due to real life service to his country and is
on reserve for more than 6 months will be moved to the retired roster.

Retired With
Honors

There are instances where decorated, but no longer active, members of
the community are honored by Group Command by being added to the
retired roster. Other instances of inclusion are;

Any founding member. Founding members will stay on the roster
indefinitely unless they resign to fly with another squadron. After 6
months of inactivity on the reserve roster, founding members will be
placed on the retired roster. any member who is on leave due to real
life service to his country.

Any member who is on leave due to real life service to his country and
is on reserve for more than 6 months will be moved to the retired
roster.